Visit Richfield

Live Animal Hour
2024-04-28 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Meet the live animal ambassadors that are on exhibit in the nature center building. Learn about their habits and how we care for these amazing amphibians and reptiles. Learn the proper way to handle toads, turtles, and snakes. $5 per person; half-off for members.

Open Skating
2024-04-28 17:00 - 18:15, 2024-05-05 17:00 - 18:15, 2024-05-12 17:00 - 18:15, 2024-05-19 17:00 - 18:15 | Richfield Ice Arena
Open skating at Richfield Ice Arena! Every Sunday 5-6:15 p.m., and most weekdays 12-1:30 p.m. Skating $6 per person; skate rental $4. Buy 10 sessions for only $50!

Gaming Drop-In
2024-05-01 13:30 - 16:00 | Frenchman’s Pub, 1400 East 66th Street, Richfield, MN, 55423
Bring your favorite card or board games to play, or learn a new one! There will be old favorites, as well as new games to try out. For your best experience, come for an hour or more. This is planned to be a monthly event at Frenchman’s Pub; game play will start at 1:30 p.m. and be cleaned up and out by 4. Hosted by AnriasGames.com

Voyageurs Wolf Project
2024-05-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Visit the Wood Lake Nature Center to learn about Minnesota wolves! Dani Freund and Maeve Rogers from the Voyageurs Wolf Project will be talking about wolf fishing behavior, how wolves hunt beavers, and the cutting-edge technology they’re using to monitor wolves. See videos of what wolves are doing from the wolf’s perspective through camera collar footage, and ask any questions you have about this elusive predator. FREE! No Registration Required.

Farmers Market
2024-05-04 07:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-11 07:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-18 07:00 - 12:00 | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
For 35 years, the Richfield Farmers Market has offered Minnesota-grown local produce and delicious locally-made foods by chefs and cottage industry food producers. You’ll find unique handmade goods from local artisans, kids’ activities, live music, community booths, and special events–all in one convenient location!! Yoga every week 8:45-9:30 a.m.; free and open to all ages. Live music every week; see website for schedule.

Save the Bartholomew House
2024-05-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Richfield Historical Society, 6901 Lyndale Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
The Bartholomew House needs your help! They’re hosting a fundraiser to continue the restoration of the longest-standing home in the city. Stop by for food, raffle tickets, house tours, lawn games, and special guest Candice Wheeler from KQ92!!

Richfield Board Game Night
2024-05-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Join a fun-filled night of board games at the Richfield Community Center! Games by James and Air Traffic will be providing newly-released games and modern classics to play. Recreation staff will be on hand to help learn the rules and help with any questions that may come up. This will be a great way to connect with other community members looking for a fun night of board games! Ages 10 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free; no registration required!

Birch Forest Acrylic Painting
2024-05-05 12:30 - 14:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Get ready to unleash your inner artist and create a beautiful masterpiece inspired by the enchanting beauty of birch trees. No prior painting experience is necessary! Our talented instructor Michelle from Phenomenal Lass Designs will guide you step-by-step, ensuring you have a fantastic time while learning new techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this event is perfect for everyone! All painting supplies will be provided. Ages 12 and up. $40 per person; online registration required at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org.

Storytime in the Park
2024-05-06 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-05-13 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-05-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Augsburg Adventure Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Drop in for 30 minutes of songs and stories, followed by open play at Augsburg Adventure Park! The program is presented by Tod Pod Playgroup, and hosted by Richfield Recreation. The group will gather in the grass next to the park entrance. Caregivers, come on down with your babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged children to this welcoming and supportive environment. Free. Every Monday in May!

The Wonderful World of Mothing: Moths and Other Nocturnal Gems
2024-05-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Come learn about our beautiful nocturnal pollinator friends: moths! discover their importance to the natural world, their biology, how to set up a moth sheet, and more! Bring a headlamp or flashlight, hiking footwear, and dress for the weather. If you would like to participate in some evening citizen scientist fun, download the iNaturalist app ahead of time and help document the many nocturnal species of insects that call Wood Lake home. iNaturalist project name: Wood Lake Nature Center. Ages 10 and up; $5/person and half off for FOWL members.

Live Music: Amanda Grace
2024-05-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Mall of America
Amanda is a Minnesota native singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, releasing music drifting between folk, alt-pop/rock & Americana. With roots as a pianist, her writing is thematically varied with an emphasis on melody; with ballads wrapped in warm vocals. In 2016 she received a Front of the Line Pass from The Voice, and her seventh album “Please Dear Sun” was nominated for Blues & Roots Radio Album of the Year. Amanda just released her eighth album, “Give Me Away.”

Spring Bird Hike
2024-05-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-05-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy a spring hike through Wood Lake as we look for both migrating and resident birds! Discover how to identify species from sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. $5 per hike; free for members.

Kids Bingo!
2024-05-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555, 6715 Lake Shore Drive South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Put this fun event in your calendar!! All kids welcome! Great way to connect with your children/grandchildren! More to come!! Hope to see you here!!!

Wildflowers, Honey, & Ice Cream
2024-05-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Enjoy a leisurely wildflower hike and learn about the importance of the pollinators that visit them. Then help make homemade honey ice cream using honey produced by Wood Lake’s honeybees! Kids can decorate and personalize a special card for their mother or other loved one!

Spring Bird Hike
2024-05-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Veterans Park, 6335 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Enjoy a spring hike through Veterans Park as we look for both migrating and resident birds! Discover how to identify species from sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides will be available for loan. $5; free for FOWL members. NOTE: This hike takes place at VETERANS PARK.

Bike Park Season Kick Off
2024-05-16 16:00 - 18:30 | Taft Park, 6105 Bloomington Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Pedal over and join us at Taft Park for this season’s kick-off event celebrating all that is biking! Learn about the benefits of commuting by bike, connect with a collection of on-site vendors, try out e-bikes, and grab dinner at the food truck–all while enjoying Richfield’s new bike park. Free!

Live Music: The Aftergreens
2024-05-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Mall of America
Fusing punchy rhythms, heartfelt harmonies, and sincere songwriting, the Aftergreens have carved a place for themselves within the Minneapolis music community. Born from a childhood friendship and a love for indie rock, they emerged from the booming Midwest house show scene in the late 2010s drawing influence from The Beach Boys, Death Cab for Cutie, and The Vaccines.

The "Spas" of Richfield
2024-05-16 19:00 - 19:30 | Sandy’s Tavern, 6612 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Back by popular demand!! Learn more about Richfield’s fascinating history AND enjoy a delicious burger at Sandy’s Tavern. Explore Richfield’s seedy underbelly from the ’70s and ’80s, when “spas” proliferated! Learn how these businesses developed, what they offered, and what finally happened to them. AND 10% of the night’s food sales will be donated to the Richfield Historical Society; a win-win!

Friday (and some Saturdays!) Fun at Augsburg Adventure Park
2024-05-17 10:00 - 10:30 | Augsburg Adventure Park, 7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Richfield, MN, 55423
Spend the morning listening to stories shared through puppets, Read-A-Story Theater, storybook walks, and staff-led storytime at Augsburg Adventure Park. Each week will include new adventures to share, followed by playtime at the playground. Special dance parties are sprinkled in the mix to celebrate the summer season!

Swing Dance Night: Mississippi Hot Club
2024-05-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Mall of America
Grab your boogie shoes and get ready to swing the night away! Swing Dance Night, featuring the Mississippi Hot Club, returns to the Huntington Bank Rotunda. The night’s festivities will kick off at 6:30 p.m., with a dance class led by Terry and Cindy of TC Swing. Following the lesson, live music hits from 7 to 8:30 p.m., the perfect opportunity to test out your brand-new skills! With plenty of space on the dance floor and some of the best musical talent in town, this is a night out at the Mall you won’t want to miss!

Family Beginner Archery
2024-05-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Learn the parts of the bow, shooting techniques, and range safety in this beginner class. Practice skills and play games! Equipment is provided or participants can bring their own bow. Online registration at woodlakenaturecenter.org is required. Ages 8 and up; youth registrants must be accompanied by a registered/paid adult. $15 per person; $10 for members.

Adult Beginner Archery
2024-05-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
Learn the parts of the bow, shooting techniques, and range safety in this beginner class. Practice skills and play games! Equipment is provided or participants may bring their own bow. Online registration at www.woodlakenaturecenter.org is required. Ages 16 and up. $15 per person; $10 for members.
